If you have unprotected sex, an accident occurs with your regular method of birth control, or if you are uncertain if your birth control failed, Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg provides a safe and effective second option for when you need to reduce the chance of pregnancy.

The sooner Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg is taken, the better it will work. If taken as soon as possible within 72 hours of unprotected sex, Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg, may safely and effectively prevent pregnancy by providing an elevated dose of the same hormone (Levonorgestrel) found in most daily-use oral contraceptives. Follow the links below to learn more information.

How Should I Take It?

Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg are not effective if you're already pregnant, and will not terminate an existing pregnancy. Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg do not protect against HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Side effects may include nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue, headache, changes in your period, dizziness, and breast tenderness. If your period is more than a week late, you may be pregnant. If you have severe abdominal pain, you may have an ectopic pregnancy, and you should seek immediate medical help.

To report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA, visit fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

For more information about Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg, please call our Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg 24-hour hotline at 1-800-719-9260.
Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg are available without a prescription for anyone age 17 or older. If you are 16 or younger, a prescription is required.

Call your pharmacy to make sure Option 2® Levonorgestrel Tablet, 1.5 mg is in stock. The pharmacist may recommend an alternative product.
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